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Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Aortic Aneurysm

Member Since: September 27, 2011

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J H Mattingly posted an update

7 months ago (October 30, 2025)

Recently had my 14 year SAVR/Aneurysm repair anniversary. Pig valve still ticking but with a bit of calcification. No symptoms yet. Based on my annual testing and consultation with my cardiologist and surgeon, most likely will need to have it replaced in the next year or so. Interestingly, cardiologist says... Read more.

Dan Fouratt

J H I was 63 March 2023 when I had a Mini SAVR. I really wanted the TAVR but my doctor, surgeon and this community said not a great decision, it would be an ID Ten T Problem (ID10T). I went with the bovine valve and will worry about is... Read more.

J H Mattingly posted an update

1 year ago (October 18, 2024)

13th year SAVR anniversary!!! Everything still going great! I had my surgery when I was 48 year old....I turned 60 this past July. I DON'T feel 60, so therefore, I am not! In my mind, I still feel like a 30 year old. Anyway, the pig valve is still ticking... Read more.

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Marie Myers

So good to see a long-time tissue valver! Happy Anniversary!

Rose Madura

Yes, I agree! Glad you are doing so well. Congratulations and Happy Anniversary.

Grace Mason

Happy anniversary! Great to hear your valve is doing so well 13 years into your journey. Wishing you well ❤️

George Allen

Great to hear and Congrats! Keep on living and here is to hoping it lasts a lot longer before you need any intervention.

Ana Brusso

Agree with Marie, congratulations J H. Great positive post. God bless you 🙏❤️

J H Mattingly posted an update

2 years ago (October 17, 2023)

12th year SAVR anniversary today!! Me and my pig valve continue to do great. My last surgeon and cardiologist check ups showed virtually no issues at all. Hoping the valve hangs in there for many more years, but when it does decide its had enough, my surgeon advised I would... Read more.

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